What is the cheapest way to get from Montpellier to Île de Ré?

The cheapest way to get from Montpellier to Île de Ré is to bus via Bordeaux which costs €60 - €100 and takes 10h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Montpellier to Île de Ré?

The fastest way to get from Montpellier to Île de Ré is to train and fly which takes 5h 28m and costs €85 - €340.

Is there a direct bus between Montpellier and Île de Ré?

No, there is no direct bus from Montpellier station to Île de Ré. However, there are services departing from Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station and arriving at Sablanceaux via Gare routière. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Montpellier and Île de Ré?

No, there is no direct train from Montpellier to Île de Ré. However, there are services departing from Montpellier Saint-Roch and arriving at La Rochelle Ville via Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 42m.

How far is it from Montpellier to Île de Ré?

The distance between Montpellier and Île de Ré is 713 km. The road distance is 680.2 km.

How do I travel from Montpellier to Île de Ré without a car?

The best way to get from Montpellier to Île de Ré without a car is to train which takes 8h 42m and costs €110 - €240.

How long does it take to get from Montpellier to Île de Ré?

It takes approximately 8h 42m to get from Montpellier to Île de Ré, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Montpellier to Île de Ré bus from?

Montpellier to Île de Ré bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Montpellier to Île de Ré train from?

Montpellier to Île de Ré train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Montpellier Saint-Roch station.

Train or bus from Montpellier to Île de Ré?

The best way to get from Montpellier to Île de Ré is to train which takes 8h 42m and costs €110 - €240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €110 and takes 9h 43m.

Where does the Montpellier to Île de Ré bus arrive?

Montpellier to Île de Ré bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at La Rochelle - Bus Station.

Where does the Montpellier to Île de Ré train arrive?

Montpellier to Île de Ré train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Bordeaux St Jean station.

Can I drive from Montpellier to Île de Ré?

Yes, the driving distance between Montpellier to Île de Ré is 680 km. It takes approximately 6h 24m to drive from Montpellier to Île de Ré.

Where can I stay near Île de Ré?

There are 3206+ hotels available in Île de Ré.

Montpellier to Île de Ré - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Montpellier to Île de Ré by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Intercités
2. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to La Rochelle Villetrain Intercités / ...
8h 42m
€119–233
Bus via Bordeaux
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Montpellier to Bordeauxbus N701 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to La Rochellebus FlixBus N711 / ...
10h 3m
€60–97
Bus
1. Take the bus from Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
9h 43m
€62–105
Drive 680.2 km
1. Drive from Montpellier to La Flottecar 680.2 km
6h 24m
€106–153
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Vitrolles Aeroport Marseilletrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to La Rochelle – Île De Ré Airport (LRH)plane MRS - LRH
5h 28m
€89–340
Fly Fréjorgues Airport to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Fly from Fréjorgues Airport (MPL) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane MPL - NTE
2. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle Villetrain
7h 9m
€87–267
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Nantes Atlantique Airport, train
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Vitrolles Aeroport Marseilletrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE)plane MRS - NTE
3. Take the train from Nantes to La Rochelle Villetrain
8h 59m
€116–322
Train to Marseille Provence Airport, fly to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport, train
1. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Vitrolles Aeroport Marseilletrain
2. Fly from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Bordeaux–Mérignac Airport (BOD)plane MRS - BOD
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to La Rochelle Villetrain
9h 8m
€116–307

Montpellier to Île de Ré by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 713 km
Duration: 8h 42m

What companies run services between Montpellier, France and Île de Ré, France?

You can take a train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Sablanceaux via Bordeaux St Jean, La Rochelle Ville, and Gare routière in around 8h 42m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Montpellier - Sabines Bus Station to La Rochelle - Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost €55–110 and the journey takes 8h 45m.

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